College grads make strides in nonprofit world

A growing number of idealistic students are taking it upon themselves to fix problems they see in society and are starting their own nonprofits to do it.

A study by the Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement shows that 80% to 85% of incoming college freshmen have community-service experience prior to starting their higher education. Today's teens also plan to be generous when they get older. More than 75% say they will give regularly to charity, according to the Girl Scout Research Institute.